Owe Dam
Panvel, Raigad district, Maharashtra
If you are looking for a quiet forest lake near Navi Mumbai, Owe Dam is a great choice. It sits inside the forested hills around Owe village, close to Kharghar in Panvel taluka. A modest dam holds back the water, and green hills rise on every side. The surroundings are calm, with birdsong and little traffic. Go in the monsoon or just after, and check access locally because the approach is through forest land.
Why go
- Forest-ringed lake near Kharghar
- Calm setting close to Navi Mumbai
- Green hills all around
Travel at a glance
How to reach
Reach it by road from the nearest town and ask locally for the viewing point. Confirm access and timings before you leave.
Nearest railway station
Kharghar Railway Station, roughly 7 km by road
Things to carry
Keep behind barriers and fences, never swim or wade near the dam wall or spillway, and avoid the area during heavy release of water.
FAQs
Where is this dam?
Panvel, Raigad district, Maharashtra.
When is the best time to visit?
July to February, with the monsoon giving the fullest reservoir.
Can I go up to the dam wall?
Access can change, so check locally before you go.